salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Durham to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,711
$1,797
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,537
$1,604
💵 Families earn per year
$90,490
$88,026
🔑 Buying a house
$484,800
$392,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.4
97.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,883
$3,263
⚡ Electric bill per month
$93
$117
👥 People living there
237,242
291,467
Commute to work
18.9 min
22.3 min
College degree
47.5%
57.3%
Own their home
63.2%
52.3%
Below poverty line
10.6%
11.7%
Unemployment
3.6%
3.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Boise City for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
- Pick Durham for cheaper homes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Boise City | Durham | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $76,280 | $38,350 | -50% in Durham |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,380 | $93,110 | +49% in Durham |
| Operations Manager | $83,680 | $113,930 | +36% in Durham |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $81,280 | $106,410 | +31% in Durham |
| Police Officer | $84,940 | $60,100 | -29% in Durham |
| Lawyer | $109,780 | $132,790 | +21% in Durham |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,230 | $51,400 | -16% in Durham |
| Warehouse Worker | $44,480 | $37,750 | -15% in Durham |
Frequently asked questions
Is Boise City or Durham cheaper to live in?
Boise City and Durham cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Durham to match $60,000 in Boise City?
About $59,501 a year gives the same standard of living in Durham.
Where do people earn more, Boise City or Durham?
The typical household earns $90,490 in Boise City and $88,026 in Durham, 3% more in Boise City.